Legendary Superstar-Chapter 79 : Growing Closer

As the afternoon stretched on, the production team continued with various takes of Yura and Seojin's scene in the cozy cafe. The crew adjusted lighting, repositioned cameras, and occasionally stopped for touch-ups and change of clothing.

Each shot that they took was meticulously done and everyone's hard work could be seen in every scene.

Minjae, who was observing his fellow actors earlier, decided to rest for a while. He went back to his room and rested there in the meantime.

He also studied his script and notes, making sure that everything was right to his memory. And when the evening arrived, just as when the sun was about to set, it was already his turn.

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The night shoot took place in the perimeters of the village. In there, rustic houses stood proudly. Each of them speaks of the years of history on the island.

Since it was already night, the production team had to set up more lighting than usual. Additionally, the dimly lit lanterns that were hanging in each house acted as street lamps, providing the perfect atmosphere for their scene.

Despite having the perfect location, shooting in a village like this also came with its own challenges.

Since the people were away from the city, the locals tended to sleep earlier than usual. This means that they had to minimize each noise they made. It was especially hard when their equipment was big and the production required a lot of movement from the cast and staff.

For this scene, Minjae and Yura's characters were supposed to walk side by side through the village, engaged in a quiet yet meaningful conversation.

The production team set up large lights to simulate the soft glow of the moon, while the director carefully explained the blocking of their movements.

"Remember to keep the pace natural. This is meant to be a heartfelt moment, not too dramatic," Director Hwang instructed the two.

Minjae nodded, shaking off the exhaustion creeping in from the long day. As soon as the cameras rolled, he slipped into character, walking beside Yura through the dimly lit streets.

Their conversation was soft, filled with lingering glances and small smiles. Even after the director called cut, they did multiple takes from different angles, making sure they captured every scene perfectly.

This just shows that filming wasn't as glamorous as people thought. Scenes that seemed effortless on screen usually took hours to perfect, and it was normal.

It was a tedious process, but it was necessary for the drama's visual quality.

When their final take wrapped up, the crew let out a collective sigh of relief. Director Hwang was also satisfied. The staff began packing up equipment while some of the extras and minor cast members chatted among themselves.

It had been a long day, but there was still some time left before they had to return to their lodging.

Yura, who was stretching her arms over her head, turned to Minjae with a small smile on her face.

"We still have a little time," she uttered. "Do you want to take a walk for a while and maybe grab something to eat? I saw that there's a convenience nearby."

Minjae, who had been rolling his stiff shoulders, glanced at her. He wasn't particularly hungry, but the idea of walking around a quiet village at night sounded peaceful.

"Sure," Minjae answered as he adjusted the cap on his head. "Though, aren't you tired? You have been standing for hours now." He uttered as he raised a brow.

"Well, it wasn't every day that I'm here," Yura shrugged her shoulders. "And it's fine, my shooting tomorrow doesn't start until afternoon. It's you who will wake up early."

"Right…" Minjae chuckled. "Because of that, you have to treat me to dinner."

"Stupid," Yura scoffed as he nudged his arm. "What's even the connection between the two?"

"I don't know. I just thought of it." Minjae smiled shamelessly and Yura couldn't help but laugh.

"Oh well, since I'm in a good mood, then fine." Yura smiled sweetly before facing Minjae in a teasing way.

"Only if you arrive earlier than me in the convenience store… Bye!" Yura quickly ran away before Minjae could comprehend her words.

"That girl…" Minjae shook his head in disbelief. Even though he found it to be childish, he still ran to catch up with her.

The cool night air brushed against Minjae's face as he sprinted after Yura. The sound of their hurried footsteps echoed softly through the quiet village streets. Because of it, it was inevitable that the other actors and staff members would turn their heads in the direction.

"Hey, are you seriously running?!" Minjae called out. He was half-laughing and half-breathless.

Yura turned her head slightly, flashing him a victorious grin.

"Of course! You want me to treat you? Earn it!" she answered out loud, though it was followed by laughter.

Minjae groaned dramatically. He was obviously taller and had longer legs, but Yura was surprisingly quick. Still, after a few seconds, the two of them were already running side-by-side.

A few villagers who were still awake watched in amusement as the two actors raced on their peaceful neighborhood like excited children.

As they reached the small convenience store at the edge of the village, Yura burst into laughter. She held her hands up in the air.

"I win!" she declared, slightly out of breath.

"What do you mean? I won," Minjae uttered. He arrived just a few seconds earlier because of his long legs.

Yura's eyes squinted. She looked at Minjae and said, "That's because you have long legs. If our legs are at the same length, then I'll be here first."

"Well, it sucks to be you then," Minjae said.

"A loser is a loser. You're buying."

Yura sighed but smiled afterwards.

"Fine, fine. I'm a woman of my word."'

"Let's go!" Now excited, Minjae opened the door of the store.

The store was a cozy, well-lit place, stocked with shelves of snacks, instant noodles, and cold drinks. It had a few tables and chairs for customers to sit and eat, making it a perfect late-night stop.

The cashier, a young man, gave them a warm smile as they entered.

"What do you want?" Yura asked, already picking out a cup of instant tteokbokki and a can of coffee.

Minjae rubbed the back of his neck as he scanned the shelves.

"Hmm… Ramen sounds good."

Yura nodded and grabbed two. "Here, I'll even be generous and let you have whatever drink you want."

"You really are in a good mood." Minjae smirked. "

They brought their own food selections to the counter, and true to her word, Yura paid for everything.

Well, it wasn't expensive, so it was fine.

The two of them then settled at one of the tables outside, where a small lamp provided just enough light to see each other's faces.

As they waited for the ramen to cook, Yura took a sip of her canned coffee and leaned back in her chair, gazing up at the sky.

"The stars are really bright here," she mused.

Minjae followed her gaze, taking in the vast sky dotted with twinkling lights.

The peacefulness of the village, the cool breeze, and the distant sound of crickets made it feel like they were in a completely different world from the bustling city.

"Yeah," Minjae agreed. "It's nice."

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They sat in comfortable silence for a moment before Yura spoke again.

"It's been a long day, huh?"

"Tell me about it. But it's not bad..." Minjae exhaled, stretching his arms. "It's tiring, but in a good way."

"I know what you mean. There's something rewarding about working hard for a scene and seeing it come together." Yura smiled.

Minjae nodded, stirring his ramen as the steam curled into the night air.

"You're really serious about acting, huh?"

"Of course." Yura leaned forward slightly. "I've worked hard to get here. I want to be able to stand on my own, you know? To be recognized for my own efforts."

Minjae studied her for a moment, seeing the quiet determination in her eyes. He could relate in some way. Though his situation was far more complicated, he understood the desire to prove oneself.

"You will," he said simply.

Yura blinked, then smiled softly.

"You too."